Raleigh’s food and beverage scene is leveling up with these new and upcoming restaurants and bars—from Boatman to Blotto and more.
Pizza Concept Opening in City Plaza
V Pizza’s Anthony Rapillo is set to open Veloce Italian Market in the City Plaza jewel box formerly housing Happy + Hale, offering pizza, wings and provisions.
Tap Into Texture
Be it bumpy or geometric—texture is the styling detail to tap this season, from furnishings to light fixtures to attire and accessories.
Wong’s Tacos Now Open
Highly anticipated Wong’s Tacos is officially open at GlenLake in West Raleigh, serving up “Mexinese” fusion tacos blending bold and unique flavors.
Blue Whales at NCMNS
The NC Museum of Natural Sciences brand-new immersive Blue Whales exhibit shines a spotlight on the planet’s largest animals ever.
Vinyl DJing Is Back
We tap two local vinyl DJs for insight on Raleigh bars, venues and events opting to spin it old-school rather than going digital.
Curated Travel Itineraries
The local travel industry is getting a glow-up, and luxury travel consultancy Nova Vista is playing a major part.
City Growth Playbook
What stood out to the Triangle’s top leaders during the Raleigh Chamber’s Inter-City Visit & Leadership Conference in Kansas City.
Latest Retail Openings
A new kind of newsstand, The Newsagent’s, is opening in Downtown Raleigh soon—in addition to a slew of other shops, fitness studios, etc.
5 Hot Spots Outside Raleigh
From rooftop sips and snacks at The Lenny to a shopping + lunch excursion in Wendell, here are five unique spots to check out outside Raleigh this summer.



